Implant Maintenance: Parts, Chemistry, and Compatibility in Dental Hygiene
Thursday, January 29, 2026
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Course Code:
449TL
Cost:
$35
Credits:
1
CE Hour
We are now 40 years since professor Brånemark introduced his research on osseointegration to the dental community. Dental Implants provide our patients with successful long-term restorative solutions for function, comfort, and aesthetics. Today, Dental Hygienists are seeing more patients with dental implants. Implant manufacturers have introduced new implant designs, implant surfaces, and surface chemistry that affect biocompatibility and maintenance protocols. Therefore, there is a concern if what we are using to reduce the peri-implant inflammation may negatively affect the biocompatibility of the implant surface and the implant’s long-term success. This class will review dental implant component materials and design and the biological compatibility of commonly used instruments, technology, and therapeutic materials.
Speakers
In this course attendees will:
- Review the history of osseointegration and dental implant therapy
- Identify dental implant components for single-tooth and full-arch treatment concepts
- Implement maintenance protocols for the prevention of peri-implantitis
- Understand biologically safe instrument materials to use on dental implants
- Compare home care products and techniques safe for implant maintenance
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